I've now been living down under for almost 9 months, which is pretty mental! Time has literally flown by and I feel like I've done so much, but also nothing at all! I've lived in Queensland, completed my farm work, moved to Sydney and got a job I love. But I don't feel like I've seen any of Australia. 4 years ago I travelled the East Coast, and did some of the main sights along the way, but there's still so much to see and do in this amazing country! I've decided to put together a list of things I want to see a do before I leave Australia!
I'm off to Cairns this weekend to visit friends who have just moved there, and I can't wait! I know the city reasonably well, as I did my 3-months farm work an hour away and it's a great little place for a holiday! Known as the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef and famed for its backpacker vibes, this small city in northern Queensland has it all, and then some! With an average yearly temperature of 28 degrees you’ll rarely be disappointed by the weather (unless a cyclone hits, which is a very real possibility) and with the reef, rain-forest and amazing beaches on your doorstep you’ll spend most of your time outdoors. There’s literally SO much room for activities! Not only is Cairns the perfect place to explore some of Australia’s most amazing natural wonders, it’s also got a buzzing nightlife and social scene – making it the perfect destination for a getaway!
Life in Sydney is great, don't get me wrong. The weather is great (this is a big thing for anyone from England). Even in winter the sun always shines and you can walk around in a t-shirt most days. You've got countless beaches on your doorstep and loads of places to explore outside of the city. But nothing compares to home and there are some things that I really miss about London.